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Saffron Ember Catering
VerifiedSouth Indian·Emporia, VA·4.5(12)
New
DeliveryplatedbuffetTypically responds within a day$875 minimum order
Vegan-friendlyWeddingsVegetarianVegan
About Saffron Ember Catering
Saffron Ember Catering brings aromatic North and South Indian cooking to Emporia and the surrounding area. From intimate dinners to 278-guest celebrations, every menu is built around your event. Family-run and rooted in the community we serve.
Location
Saffron Ember Catering
6727 Market Dr, Emporia, VA
Catering packages
Drop-off buffet
$29/person
Min 20 guests
- 2 mains, 3 sides
- Bread & dessert
- Disposable serviceware
Full-service plated
$61/person
Min 30 guests
- 3-course plated dinner
- Staff, rentals & setup
- Menu tasting
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Service areas
EmporiaFranklinPetersburgColonial HeightsHopewell
Events catered
WeddingsCorporateShowersHoliday partiesBirthdays
Good to know
Book 9+ days aheadDelivers within 25 mi$30 delivery feeServing since 2014
- Phone
- (434) 503-2785
- Service & staffing
- SetuptastingsCleanupdelivery
- Payment
- InvoiceCash
- Deposit
- A 50% deposit confirms your booking, with the remainder due on the event day.
- Cancellation
- Cancellations 7+ days before the event receive a full deposit refund.
Hours
- Mon
- 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tue
- 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wed
- 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thu
- 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Fri
- 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sat
- 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Sun
- Closed
Reviews
4.5· 12 reviews
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“Beautiful spread and amazing flavors. They accommodated our dietary needs without missing a beat.”
William S.
Anniversary dinner · 84 guests
“Stunning presentation and the flavors were spot-on. Five stars isn't enough.”
Hannah U.
Baby shower · 232 guests
“Absolutely incredible from start to finish. Every guest asked who catered — the lamb rogan josh was the star of the night.”
Caleb W.
Fundraiser gala · 114 guests
“Punctual, polished, and delicious. The lamb rogan josh and the desserts were the talk of the party.”
Ashley C.
Baby shower · 183 guests
“Professional, responsive, and the food was restaurant-quality. Highly recommend for any event in Emporia.”
Isabella Y.
Office event · 196 guests
“They made our day stress-free. Staff was friendly, food was hot and fresh, and everything ran on schedule.”
Robert V.
Retirement party · 219 guests
Frequently asked questions
We accept card and invoice. A deposit reserves your date, with the balance due before the event.
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